Nast Collection

Thomas Nast cartoon about Boss Tweed corruption
" Who stole the peoples money? Twas him" cartoon about Tammany Hall scandal, 1871. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a Thomas Nast cartoon

LEEs SURRENDER 1865. Peace in Union. The surrender of General Lee to General Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia, 9 April 1865. Reproduction of a painting by Thomas Nast

THANKSGIVING CARTOON, 1869. Uncle Sams Thanksgiving Dinner: cartoon, 1869, by Thomas Nast depicting a Thanksgiving table at which all comers are welcome

CARTOON: TWEED RING, 1871. The Tammany Tiger Loose. Thomas Nasts powerful indictment of Tweed and his ring, published on the eve of the New York municipal and state elections of 1871. Cartoon, 1871

THOMAS NAST: SANTA CLAUS. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night. Engraving by Thomas Nast

CARL SCHURZ: CARPETBAGGER. Schurz, an American army officer, politician, and reformer, vilified as a carpetbagger in an 1872 cartoon by Thomas Nast

Police Commissioner Roosevelt and NY Governor Cleveland, 1884
NY Governor Grover Cleveland and Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt signing reform bill, 1884. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

THOMAS NAST: SANTA CLAUS. Santa Claus coming down the chimney. Line engraving after a drawing by Thomas Nast (1840-1902)

THOMAS NAST: CHRISTMAS. The Same Old Christmas Story Over Again. Engraving by Thomas Nast, 1878

Reconstruction upholding equal rights, 1868
Reconstruction depicted as equal rights reform, 1868. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century Thomas Nast cartoon

Robert E Lee / T Nast
ROBERT EDWARD LEE American Confederate general

Portrait of the writer Clara Nast (1866-1940), 1890. Creator: Photo studio R. Minzloff, Tilsit
Portrait of the writer Clara Nast (1866-1940), 1890. Private Collection

The Worlds Plunderers. Germany, England, and Russia grab what they can of Africa and Asia
CARTOON: IMPERIALISM, 1885. The Worlds Plunderers. Germany, England, and Russia grab what they can of Africa and Asia. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1885

NAST: TWEED CORRUPTION. An 1871 Thomas Nast cartoon attacking Boss Tweed, leader of the group of corrupt New York City Democratic party politicians known as the Tweed Ring

Modernist House, Nast Hyde, Hatfield
A series of photographs showing various angles of a modernist house situated at Nast Hyde, Hatfield, designed in 1935 by architect Francis Reginald Stevens Yorke. Date: circa 1937

Ute Chief Severo and Family, c. 1885, published 1899. Creators
Ute Chief Severo and Family, c. 1885, published 1899

Ute Chief Severo and Family, c. 1885, published 1900. Creators
Ute Chief Severo and Family, c. 1885, published 1900

Santa Claus in Camp (from Harpers Weekly), January 3, 1863. Creator: Thomas Nast
Santa Claus in Camp (from Harpers Weekly), January 3, 1863

Christmas Eve, 1862 (from Harpers Weekly), January 3, 1863. Creator: Thomas Nast
Christmas Eve, 1862 (from Harpers Weekly), January 3, 1863

Christmas Eve (published Harpers Weekly, January 3, 1863), 1863 (?)

Grand Review of the Army of the Potomac - Drawn by Mr. Thomas Nast (from Harpers Weekly), October 10, 1863

A Night Scout in the Southwest - Surprise of an Outpost, and Survey of the Rebel Guns (from Harpers Weekly), April 4, 1863

Wilde on Us. Something To "Live Up"To in America, June 10, 1882
Wilde on Us. Something To " Live Up" To in America, June 10, 1882

Oscar at the Sea-Shore, August 26, 1882. August 26, 1882. Creator: Thomas Nast
Oscar at the Sea-Shore, August 26, 1882

Oscar Wilde as Narcissus, ca. 1894. ca. 1894. Creator: Thomas Nast
Oscar Wilde as Narcissus, ca. 1894

Portrait of the Artist, ca. 1884. ca. 1884. Creator: Thomas Nast
Portrait of the Artist, ca. 1884

Reproduction of a photograph of Thomas Nast, after 1896. after 1896
Reproduction of a photograph of Thomas Nast, after 1896

What are You Laughing at? To the Victor Belong the Spoils (from Harpers Weekly), November 25, 1871

A Stocking Full, January 4, 1879. January 4, 1879. Creator: Thomas Nast
A Stocking Full, January 4, 1879

Le Jeu Ne Vaut Pas La Chandelle (The Game is Not Worth a Candle), 1881-83. 1881-83
Le Jeu Ne Vaut Pas La Chandelle (The Game is Not Worth a Candle), 1881-83

Thou Art the Brightest Jewel in My Crown, reprinted 1880-95. reprinted 1880-95
Thou Art the Brightest Jewel in My Crown, reprinted 1880-95

Portrait of a Child (Cyril Nast?), after 1879. after 1879. Creator: Thomas Nast
Portrait of a Child (Cyril Nast?), after 1879

A Merry Christmas, January 3, 1880. January 3, 1880. Creator: Thomas Nast
A Merry Christmas, January 3, 1880

Samuel P. Avery Transporting His Treasures Across the Sea, ca. 1875-80. Formerly attributed to Thomas Nast

Three-quarter Length Portrait of Thomas Nast Holding Palette and Brush, ca. 1888. ca
Three-quarter Length Portrait of Thomas Nast Holding Palette and Brush, ca. 1888

Bust-length Portrait of Thomas Nast, ca. 1888. ca. 1888. Creator: Unknown
Bust-length Portrait of Thomas Nast, ca. 1888

Full-length Portrait of Thomas Nast with Two Caricatures, ca. 1888. ca. 1888
Full-length Portrait of Thomas Nast with Two Caricatures, ca. 1888

Battle of Lookout Mountain, (1878). Creator: Unknown
Battle of Lookout Mountain, (1878). General Joe Hookers battle above the clouds. The Battle of Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, 24 November 1863

Liberty is not Anarchy, 1886, (1929). Artist: Thomas Nast
Liberty is not Anarchy, 1886. This cartoon shows the hands of Columbia holding, in her left hand, a sword labeled U.S. and in her right, a handful of anarchists

RUSSO-TURKISH WAR, 1877. Peace Rumors. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1877, showing Britain, Germany, Austria-Hungary and Russia carving up the Ottoman Empire as a powerless Turkey looks on

DARWIN CARTOON. An 1871 cartoon by Thomas Nast satirizing Charles Darwins theory of evolution by showing a gorilla seeking the protection of Henry Bergh

NAST: STATE AID CARTOON. The American River Ganges : one of Thomas Nasts vitriolic cartoon comments, 1871, on the question of state aid to parochial schools

CARTOON: TWEEDs RING, 1871. The Brains. Cartoon of William Marcy Boss Tweed
CARTOON: TWEEDs RING, 1871. The Brains. Cartoon of William Marcy " Boss" Tweed, leader of the group of corrupt New York City Democratic party politicians known as the Tweed Ring

CHARLES FRANCIS ADAMS (1807-1886). American lawyer, diplomat and author. Struck - At Sea. If it had not been for that haze (Hayes), they could have steered clear of the iceberg

SOUTHERN JUSTICE, 1867. Central detail of the American cartoon Southern Justice by Thomas Nast, 1867

NAST: LABOR & CAPITAL, 1871. Put Yourself in His Place. An anti-labor union cartoon of 1871 by Thomas Nast

NAST: TWEED CARTOON. Wholesale and Retail. One of Thomas Nasts vitriolic attacks on William M. Boss Tweed and the Tweed Ring published shortly before the New York state

NAST: HAYMARKET RIOT, 1886. Too heavy a load for the trade-Unions. The competent workman must support the incompetent. One of Thomas Nasts cartoon reactions to the Haymarket Riot, 1886

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"Thomas Nast: A Master of Illustration and Social Commentary" Thomas Nast, a renowned 19th-century illustrator, used his artistic talent to capture significant moments in American history. In his Thanksgiving cartoon from 1869, titled "Uncle Sam's Thanksgiving Dinner, " Nast depicted a heartwarming scene where people from all walks of life gathered around a festive table, emphasizing the spirit of inclusivity during this holiday. Another iconic work by Nast was his portrayal of General Lee surrendering to General Grant at Appomattox Court House in 1865. This powerful painting titled "Peace in Union" symbolized the end of the Civil War and marked an important step towards national reconciliation. Nast's influence extended beyond historical events; he also played a pivotal role in shaping our modern image of Santa Claus. His enchanting engraving showcased Santa Claus with his signature white beard and red suit, spreading joy and warmth as he wished everyone a Merry Christmas. However, Nast didn't shy away from addressing corruption either. Through biting satire, he exposed Boss Tweed's corrupt practices through cartoons like "Tweed Ring" (1871) and "The Tammany Tiger Loose. " These illustrations served as powerful indictments against political corruption during that era. In addition to capturing historical moments and social issues, Thomas it also portrayed prominent figures like Carl Schurz—a reformer who fought for equal rights—and Police Commissioner Roosevelt alongside NY Governor Cleveland in 1884. These illustrations highlighted individuals who made significant contributions to society or held positions of power during their time. Nast's artwork often revolved around recurring themes such as Christmas celebrations or Reconstruction efforts upholding equal rights. His engravings beautifully captured the essence of these occasions while conveying messages that resonated with audiences across America. Whether it was Santa Claus coming down the chimney or Robert E Lee immortalized on paper by Thomas Nast himself—his illustrations continue to captivate and inspire.